A water taxi service could be coming to Lyme Regis and West Bay in the new year

There are no plans to re-open a long stretch of coast path early Dorset Council has confirmed.

Main site works to a former rest stop are set to take place in the new year

A parish council has outlined its position on flying the union flag after comments from members of the public about other flags being flown

An event to kick of the festive season returns to Lyme Regis this weekend

Channel 4 has confirmed the Peep Show cast, including Olivia Colman, will reunite in a Great British Bake Off Christmas special for 2025

A Lyme Regis rescue mission was launched after a lone sailor was left stranded with his dog after an engine failure

Organisers behind a popular carnival are appealing for volunteers to help make 2026 an ‘even bigger success’

One of the UK’s most exciting guitarists, Remi Harris is joined by double bassist Tom Moore and rhythm guitarist Chris Nesbitt to present an enthralling evening of Gypsy Jazz.

Here are nine key steps for cleaning your air fryer and three top tips for regularly maintaining it - which you can do with classic cupboard staples.

Comedian Geoff Norcott has changed his mind over 'never returning' to Bridport

Villagers who made a video which helped save their beloved pub in Langton Herring attended this year’s TikTok Awards ceremony

Data released by the UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) has revealed a severe uplift in flu infections

People in Bridport have described the possibility of more than 100 homes being occupied at Vearse Farm before roadworks are completed as ‘crazy’.

A cold snap of weather will continue to sweep its way across the county this week

A west Dorset youth club is looking to build up its regular numbers following a successful relaunch of the group

Fishweir Lane in Bradpole, Bridport, is to be temporarily closed for a reinforcement scheme

A FOOTBALL match between Bridport and Ilfracombe was abandoned due to a serious player injury

An acclaimed chef who closed her final restaurant in Lyme Regis earlier in the year has spoken of her new culinary ventures

FLIGHTS from Exeter Airport have been cancelled following the collapse of an airline

A holiday park in west Dorset has been crowned as the best in the whole of the UK

Take a stroll in the footsteps of Thomas Hardy on this gentle Dorset circular walk

Permission has been sought to convert a property, which is part of the Hazelmead plot, into a new independent residential unit that will still benefit from the shared amenities.

A determined husband and wife from Bridport have scaled to new heights - quite literally - to raise vital funds for a charity close to their hearts

We have taken a look at the fascinating history of small jails and village lock ups in Dorset

Dorset has no shortage of spots serving up a proper Sunday roast

A road once connecting Lyme Regis to Charmouth in west Dorset has been lost to landslips

Luna, Milo and Buddy are among the UK's top 10 most popular dog names for 2025, according to research from Rover.com.

Luna, Milo and Buddy are among the UK's top 10 most popular dog names for 2025, according to research from Rover.com.

One of the main routes between Weymouth and Bridport is scheduled to re-open next week

Rev Andrew Rawding, who is a rector of St Martin’s Parish Church in Shipton Gorge, has been running marathons since he was in his 20s and now at 55, still finishes with impressive times for his age category.

Dorset is home to many market towns, and sometimes its hard to keep track of when each one takes place

Plans to renovate and demolish part of a listed building in Bridport has been supported

Last year, after leaving his job in Berkshire, lifelong lover of music Ian Picken took a punt and decided to open a record shop in possibly the most remote location that could be chosen

Come and take a walk along a short and scenic woodland in west Dorset, perfect for an autumn day

The owner of the ‘most rural record shop in the UK’ has raised over £500 for a children’s wellbeing charity with his first big event in Broadwindsor

A superfan of the Rolling Stones from near Bridport has told of his unique experiences in a new book - and now he's looking for a publisher

Here are the five best underrated places to see autumn colours in Dorset - why not take a walk in one of these beautiful locations?

A fantastic and 'beautiful' show of lights can soon be seen at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens in west Dorset

A concert featuring the classical works of Handel and Bach is set to take place this November.

The much-loved community band is returning to the Bridport Electric Palace on Friday, November 22.

Fans of one of west Dorset’s most popular events won’t have to wait much longer until they can enjoy it once again

Up to £200,000 could be spent on footpath works which are scheduled to begin next week

Campaigners have stepped up their efforts in improving the water quality at a west Dorset beach, highlighting its growing popularity and need for regular testing

Five days of strikes begin today at Dorset County Hospital

Disruption is set for Dorset train commuters as buses are set to replace parts of the rail service

DRIVERS have been warned to take care in flood water as Storm Claudia batters the county

Whilst rain is expected to clear up at the start of the weekend temperatures are set to drop heading into next week

A CREATIVE writing group for children is seeking to raise £30,000 to keep providing free activities in west Dorset.

Award-winning author Philip Hoare visited the Sir John Colfox Academy in Bridport, as part of Bridport Literary Festival.